It is with deep and overwhelming sadness that we announce the passing of our intrepid sales dude, Randy Radzavich.
Less than a year ago, he found out he had bladder cancer and that it had spread to his bones. With great strength, determination and positivity, he waged war against the beast, but unfortunately, it was not enough.
We will miss his sense of humor and the enthusiasm he exuded while working for Ken Lab for the last 11 years. He really enjoyed talking to all of our customers from all over the world. He developed a passion for photography as a hobby to try and have a better understanding of the business and customer needs. His signature phone greeting, "Ken Labs, Randy speaking" has been silenced forever.
We would like to thank all who have expressed their condolences during this difficult time.
Below is a picture that was taken of the crew during the Photo Plus show in New York a few years ago.
Randy is on the left, Monica is in the middle and Angela is on the right.
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Victor Glazunov using his KS-6x6 gyro on his Steadicam camera rig
Jim Wilson using his Kenyon KS-8x8 on his Aerial Exposures.com ATM Gyro Stabilizing Platform
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Kenyon handheld camera stabilizers have been around for over 50 years and have been used by some of the worlds most famous photographers. When using long lenses or in low light , windy, or turbulent conditions, a Kenyon gyro will help get more usable shots, resulting in less post production time. A Kenyon gyro will go where no drone or gimbal stabilizer can go. For some photographers , it is their "dirty little secret", for others, they will proudly acclaim their ownership of a Kenyon or "Ken Lab" gyro. Any professional photographer knows that for pro results you need pro equipment and you can spend a lot of money trying all of the cheap alternatives. But by buying quality, long lasting equipment, the investment will always have value in so many ways. A Kenyon gyro retains it's value for a lifetime, we still see 30 year old gyros that still work great! Kenyon gyro stabilizers are not just for cameras. They have been used on Steadicams, binoculars, tank sites, guns, helicopter mounts, telescopes and even by NASA. We also make a Compass Adjusting Gyro for calibrating compasses on boats. Kenyon gyros have even helped people with hand tremors or balance and gait problems that effect their everyday lives. See the video by Jack Barry in the gallery for more info about using a gyro for balance and gait problems. For more info on the different gyros we have available, please click on the Stabilizer Guide above or button below. For Technical Info look under the Stabilizer Guide dropdown or click on button below.
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KS-12 x 12 Gyro on a Gyromounts.com Mount
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Youtube and Vimeo Videos
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Kenyon Gyro Stabilizer Guide
To choose a gyro for your equipment, you must know how much it all weighs and how you plan to use the gyro.
For still photography, a two axis gyro will be adequate. For video work, a 3 axis gyro will serve you better. Longer lenses may benefit from a heavier stabilizer. |
Virtual Reality, VR 360 video or immersive media has become one of the most popular
and talked about forms of entertainment today. The Kenyon KS-6x6 gyro is now being
used to help stabilize many different types of rigs for the camera arrays.
and talked about forms of entertainment today. The Kenyon KS-6x6 gyro is now being
used to help stabilize many different types of rigs for the camera arrays.
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Freedom 360 specializes in using the KS-6x6 gyro with their VR 360 spherical mounts. Check out both videos below for a comparison with and without the gyro and how to attach the gyro to the mount.
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RENTALS
We do offer rentals of gyro kits when available.
Please call or email for availability.
Due to the difficulties of customs/VAT,
we can only offer rentals to U.S. and Canada customers
Rent a kit, purchase any gyro kit within 30 days
and rental cost will go toward the purchase price!
We do offer rentals of gyro kits when available.
Please call or email for availability.
Due to the difficulties of customs/VAT,
we can only offer rentals to U.S. and Canada customers
Rent a kit, purchase any gyro kit within 30 days
and rental cost will go toward the purchase price!
We pride ourselves on our products and customer service and sometimes we get a gyro in for repair with a nice note included.
Just recently, Bass Pro Shops Video Production Dept. sent their gyro in along with this note:
"This has been, without reservation, one of the finest pieces of gear that we have used. We have had camera's fail, subjects fail, models fail, lenses fog, cards corrupt, boats fail, helicopters that couldn't fly and tornados all while this gyro was merrily spinning. Unfortunately, it has had its share of abuse on our adventures and it's been getting hotter and much noisier lately. It needs the kind of love that only the creator of such a fine device can give. Please inspect all items and give us an estimate of work that needs to be done or components that need replacement."
Just recently, Bass Pro Shops Video Production Dept. sent their gyro in along with this note:
"This has been, without reservation, one of the finest pieces of gear that we have used. We have had camera's fail, subjects fail, models fail, lenses fog, cards corrupt, boats fail, helicopters that couldn't fly and tornados all while this gyro was merrily spinning. Unfortunately, it has had its share of abuse on our adventures and it's been getting hotter and much noisier lately. It needs the kind of love that only the creator of such a fine device can give. Please inspect all items and give us an estimate of work that needs to be done or components that need replacement."
The PAPA International Conference 2017 (Professional Aerial Photographers Association)
a 2-Day Event in San Francisco March 17-18 was a great success last year.
A Kenyon KS-6x6 Gyro Kit was raffled off at the conference and the winners were delighted.
Congratulations Wyoming Aero Photo!
Also, five Kenyon KS-6 kits were made available to use for the Night Photo Flights Off Site Adventure
"Thank you so much for all the support you give to our PAPA association and members. The night helicopter shoot over San Francisco was a sell out. 15 shooters in two helicopters with three participants on each flight were taught how to shoot night aerial photography with a ground school that included camera settings and the absolute necessity of using the Kenyon Gyro.
You cannot do a successful night aerial photo shoot without a Kenyon Gyro. Period."
As quoted by Julie Belanger of 111th Aerial & Architectural Photography & Video
Denise Donnelly & Kenyon KS-6 Gyro
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Alicja Orkiszewski & Kenyon KS-6x6 Gyro
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Andrew Holt & Kenyon KS-6 Gyro
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Jessie Frye & Kenyon KS-6 Gyro
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